King Parikshit
The Righteous Kuru King Who Embraced Destiny
Abilities & Boons
The powerful and righteous king of the Kuru dynasty who is cursed to die from a serpent's bite.
Key Moments
The Curse
An angry act toward an ascetic led to a young Brahmana's curse that Parikshit would die by a snake bite in seven days.
Hearing the Srimad Bhāgavata
During his final week Parikshit listened to Śuka's narration of the Bhāgavata Purāṇa, receiving teachings on devotion, God, and dharma.
Death by Takṣaka
On the appointed day the nāga Takṣaka bit Parikshit, fulfilling the curse and releasing the king from worldly life.
Janamejaya's Sarpa Satra
Parikshit's death prompted his son to perform a large snake sacrifice; sages later intervened to end the slaughter and restore balance.
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More Quotes
I will spend my last days hearing of the Lord and remembering His name.
